Glenmorangie A Tale of Spices Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenmorangie A Tale of Spices Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyLinkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
DistilleryGlenmorangieLinkwood
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%54.9%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£72.75£82.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenmorangie A Tale of Spices Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value60/100

Glenmorangie A Tale of Spices Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenmorangie A Tale of Spices Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £73 vs £83.

For beginners: Glenmorangie A Tale of Spices Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glenmorangie A Tale of Spices Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£72.75 vs £82.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£82.95 vs £72.75)

Who should buy Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie A Tale of Spices Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Linkwood?

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Only Glenmorangie A Tale of Spices Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SherriedNew WoodDried Fruit

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedVanillaFresh Fruit

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